Educator Resources

AAC and Communication

Resources to support core vocabulary and use of AAC/AT.

Project Core (UNC - Chapel Hill)

Website with PD modules, research, success stories, and FAQs regarding core vocab implementation

Article reviewing what core vocab is, strategies for teaching it, challenges to consider, etc. (13 min read)

Article guiding communication partners on supporting and interacting with AAC users. (10 min read)

Guidance for determining the most essential vocab words in each subject area

Method for teaching core vocabulary based on a particular activity

Reference document listing most frequently used core vocabulary words

PD module with videos, slides, and templates to help you implement core vocabulary